Paralegal I

National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC); Kansas City (KS); Hybrid; USD 34,839 - 42,374; Full time

Job summary

A national legal organization is seeking a Paralegal to support attorneys by conducting legal research on statutes and legislation. This full-time hybrid position requires a paralegal degree/certificate and offers entry-level compensation of $25.29 - 30.76/hr. Candidates must reside within 100 miles of Kansas City, Missouri. This role focuses on tracking state legislation and assisting in legal publications.

Qualifications

• 0-3 years relevant work experience.
• Strong focus on state legislation.
• Ability to assist in contract review.

Responsibilities

• Perform state statutory and legislative research.
• Track pending and adopted legislation and regulations.
• Assist in the preparation of legal publications.

Skills

Conducting legal research

Tracking legislation

Preparing legal publications

Using Microsoft Office Suite

Using Westlaw

Education

Paralegal degree or certificate

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Westlaw

Nexus

NILS

Job description

Overview

The Legal division of the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) has an exciting opportunity for a Paralegal. This position supports attorneys by conducting legal research on state and federal statutes, pending legislation, administrative regulations, regulatory guidance, NAIC proceedings, and case law, with a strong focus on tracking state legislation and maintaining 50-state charts for publication. This is a full-time hybrid position, in a positive and flexible environment. Residency within 100 miles of the Kansas City, Missouri office is required.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform state statutory and legislative research.
• Track pending and adopted legislation, regulations, and case law in state insurance regulation.
• Assist in the preparation of legal publications for use by the insurance industry and state regulators.
• Assist in the contract review routing process and approval of simple contracts.
• Provide support for NAIC and Legal division meetings, prepare agendas, and draft minutes.

Management Responsibilities

This position does not have direct reports.

Education, Certifications, Licenses, & Experience

• Paralegal degree or certificate required.
• 0-3 years relevant work experience.
• Microsoft Office Suite, Westlaw, Nexus and NILS

Schedule

While this position qualifies for a hybrid schedule, you may be required to come into the office for a minimum of one day each week plus for ongoing meetings, events or training. NAIC Executive approval must be granted if residing outside of a 100-mile radius from Kansas City, New York, or Washington DC.

Travel Requirements

This position does not require overnight business travel. Employees are responsible for their personal transportation to/from the home and office, including events, meetings, and training required by the NAIC.

Compensation

$25.29 - 30.76/hr, commensurate with education and experience.

Sponsorship

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Legal
• Industries: Administrative and Support Services